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Kristin Wagner

Lynchburg,VA

Summary

Detail-oriented Certified Nursing Assistant with successful geriatric healthcare experience. personable and compassionate with superior communication and rapport-building skills. Strong commitment to comprehensive and individualized patient care and education. Liaises with medical professionals, patients and family to provide continuous top-quality care and education.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CNA

Centra Health - Lynchburg, VA
07.2023 - Current
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Educated patients and family members on best home care practices for healing and recovery.
  • Helped clean and prepare patient consultation rooms to maintain hygiene standards
  • Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
  • Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
  • Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
  • Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
  • Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
  • Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
  • Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
  • Delivered high-quality care to patients in hospital facility.
  • Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.

Direct Support Professional

Lynchburg Health Services
11.2021 - 01.2023
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.

Direct Support Professional

Wall Residences
02.2019 - 08.2019
  • Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
  • Administered medication as directed by physician.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Encouraged and supported clients to participate in recreational and leisure activities to promote social interactions and reduce loneliness.
  • Updated patient files with current vitals, behaviors, and other data relevant to treatment planning.
  • Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff.
  • Transported clients to medical and dental appointments to provide support.
  • Developed and implemented individualized care plans to meet individual needs of each client.
  • Developed rapport to create safe and trusting environment for care.
  • Led patient or group recreational activities for enhanced patient outcomes.
  • Researched community resources and services to provide accessibility and assistance to clients.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Replaced bandages, dressings and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.

Personal Care Assistant

Gene Doss
01.2016 - 11.2018
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
  • Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores.
  • Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
  • Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
  • Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.

Education

No Degree - CNA

Generation Solutions
Lynchburg, VA

Skills

  • Compassionate Communication
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Electronic Charting
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Reliable Team Player
  • Adaptable
  • Inpatient Care
  • Patient-Focused Care

Certification

  • CNA - Certified Nurse Assistant
  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Timeline

CNA

Centra Health - Lynchburg, VA
07.2023 - Current

Direct Support Professional

Lynchburg Health Services
11.2021 - 01.2023

Direct Support Professional

Wall Residences
02.2019 - 08.2019

Personal Care Assistant

Gene Doss
01.2016 - 11.2018

No Degree - CNA

Generation Solutions

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